Some entertainment lawyers close deals. These lawyers help define the business.
THR’s Legal Legends honor recognizes attorneys whose work has left a lasting mark on Hollywood and the law. Here are the six joining the club in 2026.
MARC CHAMLIN
LOEB & LOEB
The longtime New York dealmaker has built a wide-ranging practice spanning talent, publishing, corporate matters and estates, representing Oprah, Glenn Close and Andy Cohen.
GRAY COLEMAN
DAVIS, WRIGHT & TREMAINE
A theater-law standout, Coleman serves as outside counsel to the Public Theater and has helped shepherd productions including Hamilton, Hell’s Kitchen and Fun Home.
JOHN DIEMER
GOODMAN & GENOW
A founding partner of Goodman & Genow, Diemer has long advised filmmakers and producers including Roland Emmerich, Alexander Payne and Jason Blum.
TOM HOBERMAN
HANSEN JACOBSON
Over five decades, Hoberman has represented a who’s who of Hollywood, including Elizabeth Taylor, Janet Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Jason Bateman.
ED KLARIS
KLARIS LAW
A veteran media lawyer, Klaris has worked across journalism, publishing and documentaries, from ABC News and The New Yorker to AI-era copyright fights.
DAVID YOHAI
WEIL, GOTSHAL & MANGES
A leading media litigator, Yohai represents major entertainment companies in high-stakes commercial and privacy disputes, including a Supreme Court case involving Paramount.
This story appeared in the April 8 issue of The Hollywood Reporter magazine. Click here to subscribe.